College comparison

Northeastern vs University of Massachusetts-Lowell

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Northeastern Boston, MA	University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA
Acceptance rateNortheastern University is more selective	5%	83%
SAT (25–75)	1440–1540	1180–1370
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	17,326	11,434
Avg net price	$30,915	$17,163
Median earnings (10 yr)Northeastern reports higher median earnings	$92,538	$64,874
Graduation rate	91%	65%
Median debt	$24,250	$23,704
Economic mobility	2.4%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Public

Quick answers

Is Northeastern University or University of Massachusetts-Lowell harder to get into?

Northeastern University is more selective: Northeastern University's acceptance rate is approximately 5% and University of Massachusetts-Lowell's is approximately 83% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Northeastern University vs University of Massachusetts-Lowell?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1440–1540 at Northeastern University and 1180–1370 at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.